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LED → SCW
Which side of the plane to sit from Pulkovo Airport (St. Petersburg) to Syktyvkar Airport (Syktyvkar)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side provides a superior vantage point for witnessing the immense scale of Lake Ladoga and the pristine northern wilderness of the Komi Republic.
Lake Ladoga
Europe's largest lake dominates the view shortly after takeoff from St. Petersburg.
Karelian Wilderness
Vast expanses of untouched taiga and coniferous forests stretching towards the Arctic.
Svir River
A major waterway connecting the great lakes of the Russian North.
Vologda Lowlands
A patchwork of frozen wetlands and small streams that glitter in the winter sun.
Vychegda River
The winding, powerful river that defines the landscape as you descend into Syktyvkar.
Choose the left side for morning flights to avoid direct southern glare. In winter, the frozen surface of Lake Ladoga offers a surreal, moon-like landscape. Keep your camera ready about 15 minutes after takeoff for the best lake views.
St. Petersburg Periphery
Views of the southern city districts and the winding Neva River during departure.
Industrial Landscapes
Spot the industrial hubs of the Vologda region interspersed with dense forest.
Trans-Siberian Arteries
Visible rail lines and roads cutting straight paths through the heavy timberland.
Sukhona River
A major tributary winding through the southern part of the flight path.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to capture the 'Golden Hour' over the Russian plains. If the plane departs to the west and circles back, you may get a brief glimpse of the Gulf of Finland.
Distance: 1,133 km (704 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 31 min
Departure: LED (59.80030059814453, 30.26250076293945)
Arrival: SCW (61.64699935913086, 50.84510040283203)
Route Type: Domestic
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